Category: Legislative

The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has slammed the Federal Government over crackdown on citizens criticisms and demanded for the immediate release of detained persons.     This was contained in a statement dated December 22, 2024 and signed by the Minority Caucus Leader, Rep Kingsley Chinda, stating that:     “The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives is very concerned about the growing controversial clampdown of citizens criticizing government.   “It is equally disturbing that agents of state are fingered in the brazen, callous, and ill-tempered harassment, and…

The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampedes that occurred in Ibadan, Okija, and Abuja, leading to the deaths of over 70 people and leaving many others injured. The incidents, which happened during the distribution of empowerment palliatives and giveaways to mark the yuletide season, claimed the lives of children, nursing mothers, women, and the elderly. In a statement released on Sunday, December 22, 2024, the Minority Leader, Hon. O.K. Chinda, described the tragedies as “heartbreaking and dehumanizing,” blaming the incidents on…

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on Nigerians to embrace peace, love, and unity as they celebrate Christmas.   In a message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President described the festive period as a time for reflection, gratitude, and celebration.   “In the spirit of the season, I encourage you all to spread love, kindness, and generosity. Let us remember those in need and offer a helping hand as much as possible,” Akpabio stated.   He urged…

The House of Representatives has mourned the tragic loss of lives, including children, in three stampedes that occurred in Ibadan, Okija, and Abuja during public events.   The incidents, which took place on December 18 and 21, 2024, resulted in multiple fatalities and left several others injured. The stampedes occurred at Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan; Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja; and in Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State. The overcrowded events reportedly led to the tragic outcomes.   In a statement released by the House Spokesman, Rep.…

In an unprecedented initiative, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has pledged to prioritize direct engagement with Nigerians, stating, “We’ll now speak with the people, not just for them.” This was announced during the House’s first-ever live interactive session on Friday, December 20, 2024, televised on NTA and Channels TV.   The session, a groundbreaking move in Nigeria’s legislative history, provided an avenue for the House to update Nigerians on its activities and field questions from the public. Key topics discussed included security, education, health,…

The Edo State House of Assembly has endorsed the recommendation of Governor Monday Okpebholo to suspend all 18 local government chairmen in the state. The decision, which has sparked widespread debate, is being justified by the state government as a necessary measure to ensure accountability and transparency in governance.   Addressing the matter, Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, clarified that the suspension is a procedural step to allow for investigations into alleged misconduct and not a punitive action.   “The Governor’s request to the House of…

By Fatima Abubakar, Abuja   The Nigerian Senate has passed the second reading of the 2025 Appropriation Bill, valued at N49.7 trillion, making it the largest budget in the nation’s history. The budget, titled “The Restoration Budget: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity,” aimed to drive economic recovery, security, and infrastructure development.   Sponsored by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, the bill authorized withdrawals from the Consolidated Revenue Fund to meet statutory transfers, debt servicing, recurrent, and capital expenditure for the 2025 fiscal year.   A detailed breakdown of the budget included:  …